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C282 GGH

1985 BMW 3 Series

Blue Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,281 mi
Last recorded16,281 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 1985 BMW 3 Series102,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC282 GGH
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 16,281 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 16,264 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 16,104 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 16,049 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 15,956 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 15,727 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 15,619 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 15,240 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 15,233 miles

Emissions not tested would not register on machine possibly down to engine misfire (7.3.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine misfire

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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C282 GGH is a 1985 BMW 3 Series in Blue with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C282 GGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 41 years old, this BMW 3 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C282 GGH registered?

C282 GGH is a 1985 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C282 GGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C282 GGH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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